Bristol Bears v Exeter Chiefs | Top Performers

The Bristol Bears welcomed the Exeter Chiefs to Ashton Gate in the fourth fixture of the Premiership derby weekend. The match set a new record for the most tries scored in a Premiership Rugby half, a record previous held by Leicester Tigers vs Rotherham Titans (9), as well as London Wasps vs London Irish (10). Both teams would score a combined 14 tries, to set a new record. Here's a look at the games 3 top performers on this historical night.

Jack Bates - Bristol Bears (14)

A truly spectacular performance on the night by the former U20 England International, as he scored three tries on his way to a man of the match performance. From just seven carries, Bates gained 92 metres all while completing 3 clean breaks. He then topped it off with three tries on the night, two defenders beaten and 1 offload and 6 passes.

Fitz Harding - Bristol Bears (7)

Truly deserving of the moniker "Captain Fantastic", Harding showed his resolute defense, completing 22 tackles on the night, all while gaining 22 metres from 6 carries and forcing one turnover. A true testament of his grit and the lethal threat he brings to the breakdown.

Harry Byrne - Bristol Bears (10) 

The fly-half showed brilliant composure on the day, knocking over 6 kicks out of 8 from the tee to end the game with a 75% kicking accuracy. Byrne also assisted 2 tries, forced one turnover and completed 24 passes marshalling the well oiled Bristol attack